Sphere with dipole in a dialectric

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The discussion focuses on evaluating the electric field of a hollow sphere containing a dipole within a dielectric medium. Participants express confusion regarding the presence of terms labeled as alpha and beta in the electric field equations, particularly why alpha appears for the field inside the sphere and beta for the outside. There is speculation about the polarization of the dielectric creating an electric field, and clarification is sought on whether there is any charge distribution within the hollow sphere. The consensus leans towards the understanding that the sphere is indeed hollow, implying no charge distribution inside. The conversation highlights the complexity of dipole interactions in dielectrics and the need for further exploration of the electric field equations.
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Homework Statement


Evaluate the electric field of a hollow sphere with a dipolo , in a dialectric. See left figure..

Homework Equations


$$\alpha \vec{p}$$

The Attempt at a Solution


I don't understad why at the field electric "in" there is a term of form $$\alpha \vec{p}$$ , and term $$\beta$$ "out.

I thinking that the dialectric is polarized and create a field electric as the right figure, but i don't sure...
 

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Hello, do you know what alpha and beta are expected to be? Also, is there a charge distribution inside the sphere? I suppose not if it says that the sphere is hollow. I think that you might find this useful to explain the extra term: http://www.physicspages.com/2012/04/02/electric-field-of-a-dipole/
 
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